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class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/ruth/1.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />When Naomi realized that Ruth was determined to go with her, she stopped urging her.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/ruth/1.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />When Naomi saw that Ruth was determined to go with her, she said nothing more.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/ruth/1.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />And when Naomi saw that she was determined to go with her, she said no more.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/ruth/1.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />When Naomi saw that Ruth was determined to go with her, she stopped trying to persuade her.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/ruth/1.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />When she saw that she was stedfastly minded to go with her, then she left speaking unto her.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/ruth/1.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />When she saw that she was determined to go with her, she stopped speaking to her.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/ruth/1.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />When she saw that she was determined to go with her, she stopped speaking to her <i>about it.</i><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/ruth/1.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />When she saw that she was determined to go with her, she said no more to her.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/ruth/1.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />When she saw that she was determined to go with her, she said no more to her.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/ruth/1.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />So she saw that she was determined to go with her, and she said no more to her.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/ruth/1.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />When Naomi saw that Ruth was determined to go with her, she said nothing more.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/ruth/1.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />When Naomi saw that Ruth was determined to go with her, she stopped talking to her.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/ruth/1.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />When Naomi saw that Ruth was determined to go with her, she stopped trying to persuade her. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/ruth/1.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And when she saw that she was stedfastly minded to go with her, she left off speaking unto her.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/ruth/1.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />When Naomi saw that Ruth had made up her mind to go with her, she stopped urging her to go back. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/ruth/1.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And when she saw that she was stedfastly minded to go with her, she left speaking unto her.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/ruth/1.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />When Naomi saw that Ruth was determined to go with her, she ended the conversation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/ruth/1.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />When Naomi saw that Ruth was determined to go with her, she said nothing more. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/ruth/1.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />When Naomi observed Ruth's determination to travel with her, she ended the conversation. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/ruth/1.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />When Naomi saw that Ruth was determined to go with her, she stopped trying to persuade her.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/ruth/1.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />When Naomi realized that Ruth was determined to go with her, she stopped trying to dissuade her.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/ruth/1.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />When she saw that she was steadfastly minded to go with her, she left off speaking to her.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/ruth/1.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />When she saw that she was steadfastly resolved to go with her, then she left speaking to her.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/ruth/1.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />When Naomi saw that she was determined to go with her, she stopped urging her. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/ruth/1.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And she sees that she is strengthening herself to go with her, and she ceases to speak to her;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/ruth/1.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> And she seeth that she is strengthening herself to go with her, and she ceaseth to speak unto her;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/ruth/1.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And she will see that she strengthening herself to go with her, and she will cease to speak to her.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/ruth/1.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Then Noemi, seeing that Ruth was steadfastly determined to go with her, would not be against it, nor persuade her any more to return to her friends: <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/ruth/1.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Therefore, Naomi saw that Ruth, being firmly resolved in her soul, was determined to go with her, and that she was unwilling to be dissuaded, and that nothing further could convince her to return to her own.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/ruth/1.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Naomi then ceased to urge her, for she saw she was determined to go with her. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/ruth/1.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />When Naomi saw that she was determined to go with her, she said no more to her.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/ruth/1.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />When Naomi saw that she was determined to go with her, then she ceased from urging her to go back.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/ruth/1.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />But when Namei saw that truly she was determined to go with her, she ceased from telling her to go<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/ruth/1.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />And when she saw that she was stedfastly minded to go with her, she left off speaking unto her.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/ruth/1.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And Noemin seeing that she was determined to go with her, ceased to speak to her any more.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/ruth/1-18.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/LT1nlCXT1mU?start=177" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/ruth/1.htm">Ruth's Loyalty to Naomi</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">17</span>Where you die, I will die, and there I will be buried. May the LORD punish me, and ever so severely, if anything but death separates you and me.” <span class="reftext">18</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/7200.htm" title="7200: wat·tê·re (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs) -- To see. A primitive root; to see, literally or figuratively.">When Naomi saw</a> <a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: kî- (Conj) -- That, for, when. ">that</a> <a href="/hebrew/1931.htm" title="1931: hî (Pro-3fs) -- He, she, it. ">Ruth</a> <a href="/hebrew/553.htm" title="553: miṯ·’am·me·ṣeṯ (V-Hitpael-Prtcpl-fs) -- To be stout, strong, bold, alert. A primitive root; to be alert, physically or mentally.">was determined</a> <a href="/hebrew/1980.htm" title="1980: lā·le·ḵeṯ (Prep-l:: V-Qal-Inf) -- To go, come, walk. Akin to yalak; a primitive root; to walk.">to go</a> <a href="/hebrew/854.htm" title="854: ’it·tāh (Prep:: 3fs) -- With (denoting proximity). Probably from 'anah; properly, nearness, near; hence, generally, with, by, at, among, etc.">with her,</a> <a href="/hebrew/2308.htm" title="2308: wat·teḥ·dal (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs) -- To cease. A primitive root; properly, to be flabby, i.e. desist; be lacking or idle.">she stopped</a> <a href="/hebrew/1696.htm" title="1696: lə·ḏab·bêr (Prep-l:: V-Piel-Inf) -- To speak. A primitive root; perhaps properly, to arrange; but used figuratively, to speak; rarely to subdue.">trying to persuade her.</a> <a href="/hebrew/413.htm" title="413: ’ê·le·hā (Prep:: 3fs) -- To, into, towards. "></a> </span><div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/31-7.htm">Genesis 31:7</a></span><br />And although he has cheated me and changed my wages ten times, God has not allowed him to harm me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/20-42.htm">1 Samuel 20:42</a></span><br />And Jonathan said to David, “Go in peace, for the two of us have sworn in the name of the LORD, saying, ‘May the LORD be a witness between you and me, and between your descendants and mine forever.’” Then David got up and departed, and Jonathan went back into the city.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_kings/2-2.htm">2 Kings 2:2</a></span><br />and Elijah said to Elisha, “Please stay here, for the LORD has sent me on to Bethel.” But Elisha replied, “As surely as the LORD lives and as you yourself live, I will not leave you.” So they went down to Bethel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/17-17.htm">Proverbs 17:17</a></span><br />A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/18-24.htm">Proverbs 18:24</a></span><br />A man of many companions may come to ruin, but there is a friend who stays closer than a brother.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/27-10.htm">Proverbs 27:10</a></span><br />Do not forsake your friend or your father’s friend, and do not go to your brother’s house in the day of your calamity; better a neighbor nearby than a brother far away.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ecclesiastes/4-9.htm">Ecclesiastes 4:9-10</a></span><br />Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor. / For if one falls down, his companion can lift him up; but pity the one who falls without another to help him up!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/songs/8-6.htm">Song of Solomon 8:6</a></span><br />Set me as a seal over your heart, as a seal upon your arm. For love is as strong as death, its jealousy as unrelenting as Sheol. Its sparks are fiery flames, the fiercest blaze of all.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/41-6.htm">Isaiah 41:6</a></span><br />Each one helps the other and says to his brother, “Be strong!”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/42-5.htm">Jeremiah 42:5-6</a></span><br />Then they said to Jeremiah, “May the LORD be a true and faithful witness against us if we do not act upon every word that the LORD your God sends you to tell us. / Whether it is pleasant or unpleasant, we will obey the voice of the LORD our God to whom we are sending you, so that it may go well with us when we obey the voice of the LORD our God!”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/8-19.htm">Matthew 8:19-20</a></span><br />And one of the scribes came to Him and said, “Teacher, I will follow You wherever You go.” / Jesus replied, “Foxes have dens and birds of the air have nests, but the Son of Man has no place to lay His head.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/19-27.htm">Matthew 19:27-29</a></span><br />“Look,” Peter replied, “we have left everything to follow You. What then will there be for us?” / Jesus said to them, “Truly I tell you, in the renewal of all things, when the Son of Man sits on His glorious throne, you who have followed Me will also sit on twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel. / And everyone who has left houses or brothers or sisters or father or mother or wife or children or fields for the sake of My name will receive a hundredfold and will inherit eternal life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/mark/10-28.htm">Mark 10:28-30</a></span><br />Peter began to say to Him, “Look, we have left everything and followed You.” / “Truly I tell you,” Jesus replied, “no one who has left home or brothers or sisters or mother or father or children or fields for My sake and for the gospel / will fail to receive a hundredfold in the present age—houses and brothers and sisters and mothers and children and fields, along with persecutions—and in the age to come, eternal life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/9-57.htm">Luke 9:57-62</a></span><br />As they were walking along the road, someone said to Jesus, “I will follow You wherever You go.” / Jesus replied, “Foxes have dens and birds of the air have nests, but the Son of Man has no place to lay His head.” / Then He said to another man, “Follow Me.” The man replied, “Lord, first let me go and bury my father.” ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/14-26.htm">Luke 14:26-27</a></span><br />“If anyone comes to Me and does not hate his father and mother and wife and children and brothers and sisters—yes, even his own life—he cannot be My disciple. / And whoever does not carry his cross and follow Me cannot be My disciple.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">When she saw that she was steadfastly minded to go with her, then she left speaking to her.</p><p class="hdg">When</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/acts/21-14.htm">Acts 21:14</a></b></br> And when he would not be persuaded, we ceased, saying, The will of the Lord be done.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/acts/2-42.htm">Acts 2:42</a></b></br> And they continued stedfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/ephesians/6-10.htm">Ephesians 6:10</a></b></br> Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/genesis/29-35.htm">Ceaseth</a> <a href="/judges/1-27.htm">Determined</a> <a href="/judges/5-29.htm">Herself</a> <a href="/1_peter/4-7.htm">Minded</a> <a href="/ruth/1-15.htm">Naomi</a> <a href="/ruth/1-11.htm">Na'omi</a> <a href="/judges/20-5.htm">Purpose</a> <a href="/judges/20-41.htm">Realized</a> <a href="/judges/1-35.htm">Resolved</a> <a href="/ruth/1-16.htm">Ruth</a> <a href="/judges/21-13.htm">Speak</a> <a 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href="/1_samuel/1-15.htm">Strong</a> <a href="/1_samuel/28-23.htm">Urging</a><div class="vheading2">Ruth 1</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/ruth/1-1.htm">Elimelech, driven by famine into Moab, dies there</a></span><br><span class="reftext">4. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/ruth/1-4.htm">Mahlon and Chilion, having married wives of Moab, die also</a></span><br><span class="reftext">6. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/ruth/1-6.htm">Naomi, returning homeward</a></span><br><span class="reftext">8. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/ruth/1-8.htm">dissuades her two daughters-in-law from going with her</a></span><br><span class="reftext">14. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/ruth/1-14.htm">Orpah leaves her, but Ruth with great constancy accompanies her</a></span><br><span class="reftext">19. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/ruth/1-19.htm">The two come to Bethlehem, where they are gladly 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Her daughters-in-law, Orpah and Ruth, were Moabite women. The cultural context here is significant; Moabites and Israelites had a history of tension, and Ruth's determination to leave her homeland and follow Naomi is a profound act of loyalty and faith. This determination can be seen as a reflection of God's covenant faithfulness, as Ruth's commitment mirrors the steadfast love God shows to His people. Ruth's decision also foreshadows her role in the lineage of David and ultimately Jesus Christ, highlighting the inclusion of Gentiles in God's redemptive plan.<p><b>she stopped trying to persuade her</b><br>Naomi's initial attempts to persuade Ruth to stay in Moab were rooted in practical concerns for Ruth's future security and prospects for remarriage. In the ancient Near Eastern culture, a widow's survival often depended on her family connections, and Naomi had no more sons to offer as husbands. Naomi's cessation of persuasion indicates her recognition of Ruth's unwavering commitment. This moment underscores the theme of divine providence, as Ruth's choice to stay with Naomi leads to her becoming an ancestor of King David and, by extension, Jesus Christ. Naomi's acceptance of Ruth's decision also marks a turning point in the narrative, setting the stage for the unfolding of God's plan through unexpected means.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/r/ruth.htm">Ruth</a></b><br>A Moabite woman, widow of Mahlon, who demonstrates loyalty and faithfulness to her mother-in-law, Naomi. Her decision to stay with Naomi is a pivotal moment in the account.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/n/naomi.htm">Naomi</a></b><br>An Israelite woman who, after losing her husband and sons in Moab, decides to return to Bethlehem. She is initially hesitant about Ruth accompanying her but eventually accepts her determination.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/m/moab.htm">Moab</a></b><br>The land where Naomi and her family had moved during a famine in Israel. It is significant as a place outside of Israel, highlighting Ruth's status as a foreigner.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/b/bethlehem.htm">Bethlehem</a></b><br>Naomi's hometown in Judah, to which she decides to return after the deaths of her husband and sons. It is also the future birthplace of King David and Jesus.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/e/event_of_determination.htm">Event of Determination</a></b><br>Ruth's unwavering decision to stay with Naomi, as seen in <a href="/ruth/1-18.htm">Ruth 1:18</a>, marks a turning point in the account, showcasing her commitment and setting the stage for God's providential plan.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/c/commitment_and_loyalty.htm">Commitment and Loyalty</a></b><br><a href="/ruth/1-18.htm">Ruth 1:18</a> demonstrates the power of steadfast commitment. Ruth's loyalty to Naomi is a model for our relationships, encouraging us to stand by those we love, even in difficult times.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty.htm">God's Sovereignty</a></b><br>Ruth's decision to stay with Naomi, despite the uncertainty, reflects trust in God's sovereign plan. We are reminded to trust God's guidance, even when the path is unclear.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/cross-cultural_faith.htm">Cross-Cultural Faith</a></b><br>Ruth, a Moabite, becomes part of God's people, illustrating that faith transcends cultural and ethnic boundaries. This encourages us to embrace diversity within the body of Christ.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/i/influence_of_godly_relationships.htm">Influence of Godly Relationships</a></b><br>Naomi's influence on Ruth shows the impact of godly relationships. We are called to mentor and guide others in faith, just as Naomi did for Ruth.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/providence_and_redemption.htm">Providence and Redemption</a></b><br>Ruth's account is a testament to God's providence and redemptive work. It encourages us to look for God's hand in our lives, even in challenging circumstances.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_ruth_1.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Ruth 1</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_is_loyalty_like_god's_faithfulness.htm">How does loyalty reflect God's faithfulness to us?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_did_ruth_show_loyalty_to_naomi.htm">How did Ruth show loyalty to Naomi?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_did_ruth_stay,_but_orpah_leave.htm">Why did Ruth stay with Naomi while Orpah left?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_was_naomi_in_the_bible.htm">Who was Naomi in the Bible?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/ruth/1.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 18.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">And she perceived.</span> In our idiom we should have introduced the proper name, "And Naomi perceived." <span class="cmt_word">That she was determined to go with her.</span> She saw that Ruth was fixed in her resolution. <span class="cmt_word">And she left off speaking to her.</span> She "gave in." Ruth, as Fuller has it, was "a fixed star." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/ruth/1-18.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">When Naomi saw</span><br /><span class="heb">וַתֵּ֕רֶא</span> <span class="translit">(wat·tê·re)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7200.htm">Strong's 7200: </a> </span><span class="str2">To see</span><br /><br /><span class="word">that</span><br /><span class="heb">כִּֽי־</span> <span class="translit">(kî-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> </span><span class="str2">A relative conjunction</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Ruth</span><br /><span class="heb">הִ֖יא</span> <span class="translit">(hî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Pronoun - third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1931.htm">Strong's 1931: </a> </span><span class="str2">He, self, the same, this, that, as, are</span><br /><br /><span class="word">was determined</span><br /><span class="heb">מִתְאַמֶּ֥צֶת</span> <span class="translit">(miṯ·’am·me·ṣeṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hitpael - Participle - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_553.htm">Strong's 553: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be stout, strong, bold, alert</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to go</span><br /><span class="heb">לָלֶ֣כֶת</span> <span class="translit">(lā·le·ḵeṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1980.htm">Strong's 1980: </a> </span><span class="str2">To go, come, walk</span><br /><br /><span class="word">with her,</span><br /><span class="heb">אִתָּ֑הּ</span> <span class="translit">(’it·tāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition | third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_854.htm">Strong's 854: </a> </span><span class="str2">Nearness, near, with, by, at, among</span><br /><br /><span class="word">she stopped</span><br /><span class="heb">וַתֶּחְדַּ֖ל</span> <span class="translit">(wat·teḥ·dal)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2308.htm">Strong's 2308: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be flabby, desist, be lacking, idle</span><br /><br /><span class="word">trying to persuade her.</span><br /><span class="heb">לְדַבֵּ֥ר</span> <span class="translit">(lə·ḏab·bêr)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Verb - Piel - Infinitive construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1696.htm">Strong's 1696: </a> </span><span class="str2">To arrange, to speak, to subdue</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/ruth/1-18.htm">Ruth 1:18 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/ruth/1-18.htm">Ruth 1:18 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/ruth/1-18.htm">Ruth 1:18 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/ruth/1-18.htm">Ruth 1:18 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/ruth/1-18.htm">Ruth 1:18 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/ruth/1-18.htm">Ruth 1:18 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/ruth/1-18.htm">Ruth 1:18 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/ruth/1-18.htm">Ruth 1:18 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/ruth/1-18.htm">Ruth 1:18 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/ruth/1-18.htm">Ruth 1:18 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/ruth/1-18.htm">OT History: Ruth 1:18 When she saw that she was steadfastly (Ru Rut.)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/ruth/1-17.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Ruth 1:17"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Ruth 1:17" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/ruth/1-19.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Ruth 1:19"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Ruth 1:19" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>